Introduction to SLS The office of Student Legal Services seeks to provide qualified students at the University of Central Florida with legal counseling and court representation in certain cases. The staff attorneys interview each client individually to advise in the areas of law that concern the student. Cases which are not covered by the program guidelines are referred to appropriate agencies or private attorneys through a lawyer referral service. The operation of the program is subject at all times to the rules and regulations promulgated by the Supreme Court of Florida and the Board of Governers of the Florida Bar. The program is approved by the Florida Bar and is staffed by licensed attorneys. About Us Patti MacKown Program Director, started the Student Legal Services program at UCF in 1979 after serving in the Peace Corps and at Tehran American School, Iran. She is a charter class graduate of FTU and received her MA from UCF in 1982 majoring in Political Science. She has served as a Guardian Ad Litem for Brevard County since 1984 and is currently the Southeastern District Chair for the National Legal Aid Defense Association/Student Legal Services Section. Patricia Dullaghan Program Attorney. Patricia received her Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers State University and her JD from Nova Law School in 1989. She began her public service experience with HRS and continued at Central Florida Legal Services before coming to UCF. Patricia has been with SLS since 1996. She also practices in the Middle District of the United States District Court. Michelle Ku Program Attorney. Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Cornell University, and her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. She has devoted most of her career to working in the public interest. Prior to joining UCF, Michelle worked as a senior attorney for a legal services program representing the indigent in Orange County, Florida. She also taught in a local paralegal studies program. Michelle is very active in voluntary bar activities, and is currently Chair of the Equal Opportunities Law Section of the Florida Bar. She is admitted to practice in the State of Florida, the Middle District of the U.S. District Court, and in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Terrance Rooth Program Attorney. Terry received his Bachelor of Arts, M.B.A and JD from Stetson University. He began his legal career working as an Assistant State Attorney in Seminole county. He is admitted to practice in the state of Florida and is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer.